Nostril scarring, cartilage extrusion after revision rhino infection. Would removing warped graft help? (Photo)

April 7, 2015
Asked By:KAPM in England, AR

Hi, I had an alar rim graft pseudomonas infection after surgery 19 months ago as a result I have damaged, scarred tissue in my nostril, skin damage, dent and lump externally. It still feels inflamed, skin feels very tight in nostril from scarring and abnormal and there is barely covered cartilage poking out. I have a visible graft down the same side of my nose. Would this be best left alone or is there a surgical solution. Whereas the other nostril feels normal and healthy, the mucosa feels unhealthy.

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